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LELA (Library Early Literacy Advocates)
2020-01-16 13:00:00 2020-01-16 15:00:00 America/Chicago LELA (Library Early Literacy Advocates) This is a networking group for children's librarians in Illinois to promote early literacy principles and programs. Main Library - Elgin Room

Thursday, January 16
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2020-01-16 13:00:00 2020-01-16 15:00:00 America/Chicago LELA (Library Early Literacy Advocates) This is a networking group for children's librarians in Illinois to promote early literacy principles and programs. Main Library - Elgin Room

Main Library

Elgin Room

This is a networking group for children's librarians in Illinois to promote early literacy principles and programs.

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Main Library
Phone: 847-742-2411
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We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Mon, Jul 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 11 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 12 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 13 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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Upcoming Events

Tiny Tales
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 1-3 years old
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime. Ages 1-3 years old with adult caregiver.
Registration is now closed
Senator DeWitte's Staff Office Hours
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Corridor
Staff members of Senator DeWitte's office will come out to talk with constituents about their opinions on legislative matters, helping them with Illinois agencies, and more.
Budding Bookworms Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Jul 09, 10:45am - 11:15am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities. Ages 3-5 years old
Book Explorers: Stink, Superhero Superfan - IN-PERSON for Grades K-3
Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
The virtual program "Book Party" is now IN-PERSON as Book Explorers. Join Ms. Carrie to read a selection from the book Stink: Superhero Superfan & do some superhero activities.Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Sprinter: SLOTG Lords Park
Wed, Jul 09, 11:30am - 12:45pm
Mobile Services
Lords Park- 100 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
Armchair Generals - Abraham Lincoln, Episode 2: "A President at War"
Wed, Jul 09, 11:45am - 1:15pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room B
Monthly Civil War-focused discussion group. Meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.
Coding Club: Operation Ozobots Series - For Grades 3 - 4
Wed, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Love coding robots? Come meet the Ozobot, a fun smart robot that uses visual and block coding to learn programming. You will take the Ozobot on fantastic programming adventures. For grades 3 - 4
This event is full
Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lake Estates
Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Willow Lakes Estates – club house – 161 W. River Road – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Bath Bombs & Spa Crafternoon (Grades 7-12)
Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Let's make our own bath bombs for the perfect spa day! Registration encouraged, but not required. Drop-ins are welcome. Grades 7-12.
Bookmobile Stop: Highbury Drive
Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Highbury Dr., east of Waverly – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
Coding Club: Advanced Operation Ozobots Series - For Grades 5 - 6
Wed, Jul 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Love coding robots? Join us as we explore coding algorithms using block language and Ozobots. For grades 5-6
Registration is now closed
Bookmobile Stop: Woodview Circle
Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Woodview Circle – corner of Woodview Cr. & Chicago St., Elgin 60120 – 4:00-4:45
Bookmobile Stop: Crestwood Apartments of Elgin
Wed, Jul 09, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Crestwood Apts. of Elgin – info office – 45 Poplar Creek Dr. – Elgin 60120 – 5:00-5:45
Pizza and Music (Grades 7-12)
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Come talk about what you are currently listening to. Pizza will be provided. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Cómo funciona el dinero - How Money Works
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo funciona realmente el dinero? Este seminario te ofrece una visión clara y práctica de los conceptos fundamentales del dinero. ¡Habrá refrigerios y más!
Go Bilingual de verano en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual Summer at the Library
Wed, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Aprende en la biblioteca. Participa con otras personas que hablan español o inglés como primer idioma. Learn at the Library with native English and Spanish speakers.
Family STEAM Night - Volcanoes
Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Drop in for some family STEAM fun with stories, activities and a craft!
MS Excel Series
Wed, Jul 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Registration is now closed
Device Advice
Thu, Jul 10, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
Get help with common tech issues like Microsoft Office, using a tablet, hotspots, syncing email with your phone, downloading content, and more. Drop in for personalized assistance at your library.
Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Summer Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Jul 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in! No registration required.
Patio Playtime
Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, this open-ended playtime encourages imagination and fun on our KidSpace outdoor patio. Drop in and play—weather permitting!
Stories at Lords Park Zoo - Under the Hickory Tree
Thu, Jul 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
In The Community
Bring a blanket or chair to sit on and listen to a 30 minute storytime about different animal friends. Lords Park Zoo 325 Hiawatha Dr. Elgin, IL 60120
Book Bike: Stories At Lords Park Zoo
Thu, Jul 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Mobile Services
Location: Lords Park Zoo
Elgin Men's Shed
Thu, Jul 10, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
A Men's Shed is a place geared toward older men to gather, make new friendships while working on projects, learning new skills and hobbies, and giving back to the community. All are welcome.
Paperchain Snakes Crafternoon (Grades 7-12) - South Elgin Branch
Thu, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Let's make a giant paperchain snake! Registration encouraged, but not required. Drop-ins are welcome. Grades 7-12.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Coleman Elementary School
Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Festival Park
Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
STEAM on Wheels at Festival Park - Ages 6-10 - STEAM Sobre Ruedas - Para edades de 6 a 10 años
Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
In The Community - In the Community
Festival Park - 132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
Greenscreen Shooting - Digital Media Lab (Grades 7-12)
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270 Digital Media Lab
Create a video using a greenscreen, learn tips and tricks. Grades 7-12. Registration required.
This event is full
Tu Dinero, Tu Futuro - Your Money, Your Future
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
¿El dinero te confunde? ¿Los términos financieros suenan como otro idioma? No te preocupes, aquí lo vamos a aprender todo.
Well Versed - Poetry, Music, & More Celebrating Disability Pride Month
Thu, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for this program celebrating Disability Pride Month. We'll enjoy poems, songs, and more. Registration encouraged, but not required.
MS Excel Series
Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
South Elgin Branch
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Novel Ideas - How To Be Eaten by Maria Adelmann
Thu, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for a small-group discussion of How To Be Eaten by Maria Adelmann.
Writers on the Fox
Thu, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
This writer's peer group will inspire and motivate you using prompts and exercises for creative writing. Writers of all genres are welcome to participate. Please Register.
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